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The Silent Treatment — Do It!

Having laryngitis is humbling and calls to mind this pearl of wisdom from Taoist philosopher Lao Tsu: Silence is a source of great strength. My family and friends are having a field day because they mistakenly perceive my silence as taking me as out of my power. Im not. Yes, this experience has re-affirmed how I would never voluntarily take a vow of silence or run off to a monastery. For a lawyer and radio show host, this is hell! Yet, in my forced retreat, I understand why people seek out silence. Calmness and quiet are gained with surrender to being silent. Although Im certainly out of my element, Im not without power.

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What to Do About Your Tween…

Are you having a hard time talking to your tween? An expert answers all your questions on how to stay connected to your kids. Modernmom got the chance to talk to parenting expert Rosalind Wiseman, who helps parents, educators and young people navigate the social challenges of young adulthood. She had some incredibly insightful advice for parents on how to stay connected with their tweens. By the way, Rosalind is a New York Times Best Seller and her book, “Queen Bees and Wannabes” was the basis for the movie “Mean Girls”– which we’re pretty sure your tweens have watched.